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SUMMARY:Interludes Summer Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this summer’s final showcase as NMAAM’s Interludes students present live performances\, original music\, digital storytelling\, and creative projects they’ve been building all summer long. Come celebrate six weeks of imagination\, collaboration\, and unforgettable talent as NMAAM’s next generation of artists takes the stage! \nFriday\, July 10\, 2026\n6:00–8:00 PM\nRoots Theater | National Museum of African American Music | 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203\nFree and open to the public! \nRSVP for Free \nInterludes is a 6-week immersive program for students in grades 6–12\, where they dive into hands-on learning\, music production\, storytelling\, and performance—all while learning from industry professionals and teaching artists. \nPark in the 5th & Broadway Metropolis Retail Garage and enter your license plate number in NMAAM’s lobby kiosk to receive a discounted flat rate of $25 for the day.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/interludes-summer-showcase/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! \nChildren will explore rhythm\, sound\, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. Tiny Beatz helps build listening skills\, coordination\, and confidence—all while having fun making music together. \nThis month\, NMAAM is partnering with Love Learning Music for a special session\, “Little Sounds\, Big Legacy: Jazz Jamboree!” Families will discover the joyful sounds of jazz through singing\, movement\, instruments\, and imaginative play while celebrating one of America’s most influential musical genres. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-4/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! Children will explore rhythm\, sound\, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration – Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music – Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making – Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills – Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nAdmission is free with registration \n  \nRegister Today\n 
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-3/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173727Z
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz x Jazz AM
DESCRIPTION:🎶 NMAAM Story Soundz x Jazz AM – This Saturday! 🎶 \nJoin us for a special Story Soundz collaboration with Jazz AM at the Nashville Jazz Workshop! \n🗓  Saturday\, May 2\, 2026\n⏰  Show starts promptly at 10:00 AM\n📍  Jazz AM takes place at the Nashville Jazz Workshop:\n1012 Buchanan St.\, Nashville\, TN 37208\n🎟  Free admission | First come\, first served \nAs part of NMAAM’s commitment to early childhood learning through music\, this special collaboration connects families to the rich traditions of jazz through live performance and storytelling. \nFrom 10:00–10:30 AM\, little learners and their grown‑ups can explore the sounds and legacy of jazz through Jazz AM. This series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun and interactive jazz concert for young people featuring live music\, puppets\, improvisation\, rhythm\, and movement! \nRight after\, from 10:30-11:30 AM\, the NMAAM Education Team leads Story Soundz\, blending books\, rhythm\, and imagination to bring Black music history to life for young audiences. \nThis week’s experience celebrates the legendary Dizzy Gillespie! \n🎺 Led by trained professionals and jazz musicians\, this program:\n• Engages young learners\n• Encourages creativity\n• Promotes collaboration\n• Builds musical awareness \nPerfect for children ages 2–10 and their families! \nCome experience the sound\, the story\, and the spirit of jazz—we can’t wait to see you there! \n 
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/story-soundz-x-jazz-am/
LOCATION:Nashville Jazz Workshop\, 1012 Buchanan St\, Nashville\, TN\, 37208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260402T225921Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! Children will explore rhythm\, sound\, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration – Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music – Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making – Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills – Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nAdmission is free with registration \n  \nRegister Today\n 
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Soundz\, an interactive storytelling and music program for young learners. Children will bring stories to life through music\, sound\, and imagination while building early literacy skills in a fun\, engaging environment. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nInteractive Storytelling  Engage with dynamic stories brought to life through sound and music \nMusical Exploration  Discover how rhythm\, melody\, and instruments enhance storytelling \nCreative Expression  Build listening skills\, creativity\, and self-expression through hands-on activities \nFamily-Friendly Learning  Age-appropriate programming designed for young learners to explore early literacy \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/story-soundz-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T150000
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SUMMARY:Drummer Boy
DESCRIPTION:AfricaNashville\, Fort Negley\, and the National Museum of African American Music present: Drummer Boy \nDrummer Boy honors the bravery of Black soldiers who played a decisive role in the outcome of the US Civil War. It acknowledges the fierce legacy of their African ancestors and the real\, hard challenges these men and women faced to win their freedom. AfricaNashville will feature musicians & dancers from Guinea\, South Africa\, Congo and the United States\, this talented group of artists will be joined by a voice over by Landry Butler as well as a Gary Burke\, a descendant of USCT troops for a Q & A at the end of the performance. \nThis event will take place in the Roots Theater at the National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203)\, at 3pm on Sunday\, April 12\, 2026. \nPre-registration is required\, but there is no cost to attend. \nFree Registration\n  \nParking discounts available at the 5th & Broadway retail garage. Please register your vehicle and payment information digitally with Metropolis\, then enter your license plate number at the parking validation kiosks inside the museum.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/drummer-boy/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T203156Z
CREATED:20260409T202906Z
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SUMMARY:Woven Wind: A Poetic Response
DESCRIPTION:Woven Wind – A Poetic Response \nPoetry Reading with Nadia Alexis and Ciona Rouse \nFeaturing Simba Alik \nCurated by Grace Aneiza Ali \nWoven Wind – A Poetic Response is an evocative exploration of sound\, story\, and spirit\, inspired by the Woven Wind exhibit. Blending poetry\, reflection\, and creative expression\, this experience invites participants to respond to the exhibit’s themes of movement\, heritage\, and transformation—using language as a vessel to carry history\, identity\, and imagination forward. \nNadia Alexis is a poet\, writer\, and photographer born in Harlem to Haitian immigrants. She is the author of the hybrid debut poetry collection Beyond the Watershed\, which was a finalist for the 2026 Nossrat Yassini Poetry Prize and long listed for the 2025 Maya Angelou Book Award. She is one of Poets & Writers’ 2026 Ten Best Debut Poets. \nCiona Rouse is a poet\, curator and educator. She is the author of Vantablack (Third Man Books\, 2017). Her poetry is featured in poets.org\, The Slowdown\, Oxford American and wildness. Rouse co-hosts a banned book group at Third Man’s The Blue Room. She lives in Nashville\, TN\, where she’s opening a poetry-centric bookstore/bar. \n  \nThis event is set to take place in the Roots Theater at NMAAM. \nAdmission is free with registration. \n  \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/woven-wind-a-poetic-response/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260312T190209Z
CREATED:20260305T225351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T190209Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! Children will explore rhythm\, sound\, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beats/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T233000
DTSTAMP:20260309T202913Z
CREATED:20260305T224418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T202913Z
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second Story Soundz\, an interactive storytelling and music program for young learners. Children will bring stories to life through music\, sound\, and imagination while building early literacy skills in a fun\, engaging environment. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nInteractive Storytelling Engage with dynamic stories brought to life through sound and music \nMusical Exploration Discover how rhythm\, melody\, and instruments enhance storytelling \nCreative Expression Build listening skills\, creativity\, and self-expression through hands-on activities \nFamily-Friendly Learning Age-appropriate programming designed for young learners to explore early literacy \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/stroy-soundz/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260225T233128Z
CREATED:20260214T013624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T233128Z
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SUMMARY:Donté Everhart Presents: Legacy Live
DESCRIPTION:About Legacy Live \nJoin us for an all-ages\, live experience that brings history\, music\, and legacy together in the museum. Explore the evolution of Negro spirituals\, a foundational tradition in American music\, and how their sound and influence continue to shape culture today. Through live music\, narration\, and poetic storytelling\, Legacy Live reflects on our shared past and where we are going as a community. \n  \nAbout Donté Everhart \nBorn into a family of singers\, instrumentalists\, and religious leaders\, Donté Everhart inherited his gifts from the rich musicality of his bloodline. He began his work as a musician\, worship leader\, and choir director for various organizations during his teenage years. Since completing his studies at the University of Memphis\, Donté has traveled the world with his award-winning Christian music ensembles. He now returns to his home state of Tennessee to share the stories he has found at the intersection of music\, spirituality\, and legacy.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/donte-everhart-presents-legacy-live/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260210T210001Z
CREATED:20260210T181449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T210001Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! \nChildren will explore rhythm\, sound\, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. Tiny Beatz helps build listening skills\, coordination\, and confidence—all while having fun making music together. \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260210T205930Z
CREATED:20260210T173005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T205930Z
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Mardi Gras–inspired Story Soundz featuring the book Freedom in Congo Square! \nThrough lively storytelling\, music\, and sound-making\, children will explore the rhythms\, movement\, and joy of Congo Square while building early literacy skills and creative expression. This special session celebrates the spirit of Mardi Gras with music\, movement\, and imagination—perfect for young learners ready to read\, listen\, and dance. \n🎭 Costumes & beads encouraged! Come dressed in your Mardi Gras best and help us bring the story to life. \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/story-soundz/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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